Behavioral Healthcare (BAS-BH)

General Education Requirements

Note:

Students must achieve a grade of 2.0 or better in each of the upper division courses that comprise the BAS program. No unit is given for any grade lower than 2.0, and if the course is a prerequisite for another BAS course, that prerequisite is not met. A student who earns a grade lower than 2.0 in a BAS course may repeat the course only once. A student who earns grades lower than 2.0 in two or more courses is subject to removal from the program. The Dean of the BAS Program in consultation with the VP Instruction will determine the feasibility of a student repeating more than one BAS course due to a grade less than 2.0.

Program Of Study

Emphasis: Behavioral Healthcare

Degree: Bachelor of Applied Science

Total Units: 180

Class Type: Lecture, Lab, Hybrid

Purpose: This program is designed to graduate individuals who are well-grounded in the knowledge, skills and abilities to work effectively with a diverse client base in a variety of human service careers.

Program Outcomes: Upon successful completion, students will have demonstrated the ability to:

• Analyze behavioral health concepts such as current trends, theories, approaches, and best practices
• Recognize institutional and social barriers that impede access, equity, and success for individuals and families within behavioral health systems.
• Effectively analyze, evaluate, and conduct behavioral health research
• Identify the structures, functions, and organizations which comprise the local health care system, with a particular focus on behavioral healthcare organizations
• Demonstrate the ability to adhere to professional, ethical standards, including confidentiality and sensitivity when working with diverse populations within the behavioral health field
• Demonstrate clear, concise, and effective written, electronic, and verbal communication skills with clients, families, and interdisciplinary team members to enhance person-centered care and health outcomes
• Complete both brief screenings and biopsychosocial assessments to include co-occurring disorders and develop and monitor client-centered treatment plans in the context of family community, and cultural identities.